1997 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 1957 Riley 2.6
To start off, 1997 Alfa Romeo GTV is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Riley 2.6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Riley 2.6 would be higher. At 2,959 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Alfa Romeo GTV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Alfa Romeo GTV (217 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1957 Riley 2.6. (101 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Alfa Romeo GTV should accelerate faster than 1957 Riley 2.6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Riley 2.6 weights approximately 150 kg more than 1997 Alfa Romeo GTV.
Because 1957 Riley 2.6 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1957 Riley 2.6. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Alfa Romeo GTV, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1997 Alfa Romeo GTV (270 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Riley 2.6. (194 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1997 Alfa Romeo GTV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Riley 2.6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Alfa Romeo GTV | 1957 Riley 2.6 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Riley |
| Model | GTV | 2.6 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2959 cc | 2639 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 194 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 150 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 54 L |
